Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Experiment Videos

[Differences in features between young-old and old-old patients beginning dialysis].

Hiroshi Fujimaki1, Yutaka Kasuya, Shiro Koga

  • 1Tokyo Metropolitan Geriatric Hospital.

Nihon Ronen Igakkai Zasshi. Japanese Journal of Geriatrics
|June 21, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Related Concept Videos

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by
Same author

Fully functional hair follicle organ regeneration using organ-inductive potential stem cells with an accessory mesenchymal cell population in an in vitro culture system.

Biochemical and biophysical research communications·2026
Same author

Regenerative effects of PRP-impregnated collagen-gelatin sponge in a full-thickness skin defect model.

Regenerative therapy·2025
Same author

Efficacy of Combined Use of PELNAC and Platelet-rich Plasma in Promoting Wound Healing.

Plastic and reconstructive surgery. Global open·2025
Same author

Prognostic value of the electronic Multimorbidity Frailty Index for mortality, change in basic activities of daily living, length of hospital stay and discharge home in older hospitalized patients.

Geriatrics & gerontology international·2025
Same author

Anti-sarcopenic effects of active vitamin D through modulation of anabolic and catabolic signaling pathways in human skeletal muscle: A randomized controlled trial.

Metabolism: clinical and experimental·2025
Same author

Age-related progression of androgenetic alopecia: Statistical analysis of 5372 Japanese men.

JAAD international·2024

Older adults starting dialysis show distinct differences. Young-old patients had higher diabetes rates, while old-old patients, despite not statistically significant, showed better mobility and cognitive function, suggesting psychosocial factors influence dialysis initiation.

Area of Science:

  • Nephrology
  • Geriatrics
  • Public Health

Context:

  • Dialysis initiation presents unique challenges for older adults.
  • Understanding age-related differences in this population is crucial for optimizing care.
  • The study focuses on the transition to dialysis for individuals over 60.

Purpose:

  • To investigate and compare the characteristics of "young-old" (60-74 years) and "old-old" (over 75 years) patients initiating dialysis.
  • To identify potential differences in comorbidities, nutritional status, functional abilities, and psychosocial factors between these two age groups.
  • To explore the implications of these differences for the initiation and management of dialysis therapy in the elderly.

Summary:

  • A cohort of 121 patients (71 male, 50 female) aged over 60 starting dialysis was divided into young-old (64) and old-old (57) groups.

Related Experiment Videos

  • Diabetes was more prevalent in the young-old group. While not statistically significant, the old-old group demonstrated a lower incidence of ambulation impairment and cognitive dysfunction.
  • Psychosocial factors suggest the young-old group may have an advantage in initiating dialysis, warranting further investigation into psychosocial aspects of therapy.

    • Impact:

    • Findings highlight the heterogeneity within the elderly dialysis population.
    • Results may inform tailored care strategies for different age subgroups of older dialysis patients.
    • Further research into psychosocial elements can improve support and outcomes for elderly individuals starting dialysis.